The Senior Purchasing and Inventory Control Specialist will oversee the activities of all purchasing of raw materials and supplies, maintaining and analyzing warehousing data for inventory control.

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Job Type: Full-time

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Essential Duties

• Purchases supplies, raw materials, and equipment for the company.

• Maintains knowledge of trends, prices, buyers, and delivery conditions to anticipate future material availability;

• Develops and maintains inventory databases for supplies and materials used, present purchasing and inventory reports and analyses as required.

• Maintain appropriate and accurate inventory levels of product to avoid stock-outs while minimizing excess inventory.

• Negotiates and completes contracts with vendors for optimal cost and delivery times.

• Communicate and maintain all aspects of relationships with authorized vendor partners, including evaluating vendor fit on an ongoing basis and providing input regarding new vendors and product lines.

• Reviews purchase orders and contracts for compliance with company and departmental policies.

• Communicates with suppliers to resolve problems that may arise regarding delivery, quality, price, or conditions of sale.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a role that encompasses purchasing, and inventory management.

• Experience in restaurant or food-related industry is a plus.

• Proficient written and communication skills in English and Chinese Mandarin required.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, experience with ERP software, as well as inventory software is a plus.

• Detail-oriented, ability to be a team player and meet deadline.

• Adaptability/Flexibility with the ability to react quickly to changing requirements from internal and external conditions while maintaining good communication with all parties involved.

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Benefits

• 401(k)

• Employee discount

• Health insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Vision insurance

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Physical Setting

• Office

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Schedule

• Monday to Friday

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Experience

• Procurement & Inventory Management: 3 years (Preferred)

• working in restaurant or food-related industry: 1 year (Preferred)

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Language

• Chinese (Preferred)

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